Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 17, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Auto Publish (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Auto Publish is a web-based platform that allows users to upload videos to their TikTok accounts using the official TikTok API. The Service provides:

• OAuth 2.0 authentication with TikTok
• Video upload functionality to TikTok
• Account statistics and analytics viewing
• Video management capabilities

3. User Eligibility

You must meet the following requirements to use the Service:

• Be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction)
• Have a valid TikTok account in good standing
• Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• Not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws

4. User Account and Security

When you connect your TikTok account to our Service:

• You authorize us to access your TikTok account as permitted by OAuth scopes
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your TikTok account
• You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized access
• You can revoke our access at any time through TikTok settings or by logging out

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

• Upload content that violates TikTok's Community Guidelines or Terms of Service
• Upload illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, or offensive content
• Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
• Spam, harass, or abuse other users
• Attempt to circumvent security measures or rate limits
• Upload malware, viruses, or malicious code
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity

6. Content Ownership and Licensing

You retain all ownership rights to the videos and content you upload through our Service. By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to:

• Temporarily store your video files during the upload process
• Process and transmit your content to TikTok's servers
• Display your public TikTok profile information and statistics

This license terminates when your content is successfully uploaded to TikTok or when you delete the content.

7. TikTok Terms and Policies

You acknowledge and agree that:

• You must comply with TikTok's Terms of Service and Community Guidelines
• Your use of TikTok through our Service is subject to TikTok's policies
• We are not responsible for TikTok's actions, including account suspensions or content removal
• TikTok may change their API or policies at any time, which may affect our Service

8. Service Availability and Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time
• Change features, functionality, or pricing (with notice)
• Perform maintenance and updates
• Limit access to certain features or users

We are not liable for any service interruptions, modifications, or discontinuations.

9. Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
• Use automated tools or bots to access the Service
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Remove or modify any proprietary notices
• Use the Service for commercial purposes without permission

10. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service, including its design, code, features, and trademarks, is owned by Auto Publish and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

11. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Service is governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Service, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of non-infringement
• Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or availability
• Warranties that the Service will be error-free or uninterrupted

13. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, AUTO PUBLISH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill
• Service interruptions or errors
• Actions taken by TikTok regarding your account or content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data

Our total liability shall not exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid us in the last 12 months, whichever is greater.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Auto Publish and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Content you upload through the Service

15. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Requests from law enforcement
• Extended periods of inactivity

You may terminate your use of the Service at any time by logging out and revoking access to your TikTok account.

16. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation between the parties
• Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
• The laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles

17. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Terms with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (if applicable)
• Displaying a notice on the Service

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

18. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.

19. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, pandemics, internet failures, or changes to TikTok's API.

20. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

21. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Auto Publish regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

22. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Website: https://www.auto-publish.com
Contact: Contact Form

By using Auto Publish, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.